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Health & Fitness

Running Right

This is about the inspiratinal athletes of the Barrington Special Olympics Track team. The athletes work so hard and deserve all the gold medals in the world. Good luck this weekend!

Perhaps crossing that final line 

Is when they will clap.

But you have applauded

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All else. Even in the silence,

Shadows, and sunlight.

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On that last lap, a beautiful celebration

Shall occur. Your hard work

Will be credited, captivating. They will cheer.

Extending from ear to ear will be your wondrous,

Breathtaking expression of humanity. 

A flawless promise of grace and achievement. 

Thank you for running a race more triumphant than

the combination of speed and coordination. 

You are victorious, and you have exercised heart. 

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